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🍎 Apple Cinnamon Swirl Loaf
Fall in a slice! The cozy, sweet swirl of cinnamon and tender apples makes this a must-bake for your autumn afternoons.
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🍂 Introduction
There’s nothing quite like the smell of apples and cinnamon drifting through your home on a crisp fall day. This Homemade Apple Cinnamon Swirl Loaf is more than just a sweet treat — it’s a warm embrace, a seasonal ritual, and a slice of autumnal magic. Whether you enjoy it with tea, coffee, or a little whipped butter, it’s a recipe that brings comfort with every bite.
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📜 Origin and Cultural Significance
Apples and cinnamon have long been staples of fall baking, especially in North American and European traditions where apple harvests symbolize abundance and family gatherings. From pies to crisps to sweet breads, the apple-cinnamon combo carries memories of holidays, after-school snacks, and changing leaves. This loaf version takes inspiration from old-fashioned spice breads and coffee cakes — easy to share, easy to love.
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🧾 Ingredients Quantity
For the Cinnamon Swirl:
1/3 cup light brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
For the Batter:
2/3 cup white sugar
1/2 cup butter, softened
2 eggs
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 3/4 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 cup milk (optional, if not listed, usually needed for moisture)
1 apple, peeled and chopped (e.g. Honeycrisp or Granny Smith)
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✨ Optional Additions
Chopped nuts (like walnuts or pecans) for added crunch
Pinch of nutmeg or allspice for extra fall flavor
Caramel drizzle or powdered sugar glaze for a sweet finish
Whole wheat flour for a more wholesome twist
Dried cranberries or raisins for texture and tartness
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✅ Tips for Success
Use room temperature butter and eggs for best texture.
Choose firm, tart apples — they hold up better when baked.
Don’t overmix the batter — stir just until combined.
Let the loaf cool completely before slicing to maintain its structure.
Grease and flour your loaf pan well or use parchment for easy removal.
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👩🍳 Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×5” loaf pan.
2. In a small bowl, combine brown sugar and cinnamon — set aside.
3. In a mixing bowl, cream together white sugar and butter until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in vanilla.
5. In a separate bowl, combine flour and baking powder. Add to the butter mixture, alternating with milk (if using).
6. Fold in the chopped apples.
7. Pour half the batter into the prepared pan. Sprinkle with half the cinnamon-sugar mixture.
8. Pour in the remaining batter and top with the rest of the cinnamon-sugar.
9. Use a knife to swirl through the batter gently.
10. Bake for 45–55 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
11. Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.
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📝 Description
This loaf has a tender, moist crumb with pockets of juicy apple and swirls of caramelized cinnamon sugar running through each slice. It’s not too sweet, perfectly spiced, and gives off that nostalgic, “just-like-grandma’s” vibe. Ideal with a mug of cider or coffee, it captures the essence of fall in every bite.
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🧬 Nutritional Information (per slice, approx. 10 slices)
Calories: 230–260
Carbs: ~30g
Sugar: ~18g
Fat: ~12g
Protein: ~3g
Fiber: ~1g
(For a lighter version: reduce sugar slightly, use applesauce for part of the butter, or swap in half whole wheat flour.)
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🔚 Conclusion
This Apple Cinnamon Swirl Loaf is one of those timeless, crowd-pleasing recipes that feels like autumn wrapped in a napkin. It’s the kind of thing you bake once, and then again next week — because it’s just that good. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or an afternoon treat.
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🌟 Recommendation
Bake this loaf on a lazy Sunday, then toast slices through the week. Add a pat of butter, a dusting of cinnamon, or even a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Want to impress at a fall gathering? Wrap it in parchment and twine for the sweetest homemade hostess gift.
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🍂 Embracing Healthful Indulgence
This recipe embraces balance: real butter, whole fruit, and just enough sweetness to feel like a treat. You can enjoy it fully, knowing you’re using simple, recognizable ingredients. It’s a dessert that’s not just comforting — it’s connected to seasonal rhythms and joyful baking moments.
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